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William Nelson Cromwell briefs President Roosevelt on the state of foreign relations between the United States and Colombia, especially Cromwell’s recent communications with General Rafael Reyes. Cromwell remarks that relations remain hostile, but may be improving.
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1904-12-21
William Nelson Cromwell writes to President Roosevelt in regards to current legislation on the Panama Canal. Cromwell discusses the inclusion of a commission, which was not included in the original bill, and assures the president he will soon offer further reflection.
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1904-12-19
William Nelson Cromwell informs President Roosevelt that, in addition to the letter which will be handed to him by Roger L. Farnham, Cromwell sends a dictated statement regarding the Panama Canal controversy. Cromwell believes that now is the time to deal with the lies that have been flying around and fueling the controversy, and hopes to “do justice to all concerned and expose these mendacious falsifiers.”
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1908-12-09
Roger L. Farnham has told William Nelson Cromwell of his conversation with President Roosevelt, and Cromwell informs Roosevelt that he has been able to address all the points that Roosevelt raised. Cromwell believes that Roosevelt is wise to take the initiative and address Congress quickly on the subject to make sure his views are known.
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1908-12-11
William Nelson Cromwell feels it is the duty of “all men of means” to contribute to the campaign fund to elect William H. Taft, especially considering the National Republican Committee’s policy to not accept contributions from corporations. Cromwell therefore sends George Rumsey Sheldon a check for $50,000.
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1908-07-29
William Nelson Cromwell writes to Secretary of War Taft regarding an article published in the Chicago Chronicle. The article reported on the relationship between Cromwell and Theodore P. Shonts, chairman of the Isthmanian Canal Commission, and other events in Panama. Cromwell asserts to Taft that many assumptions in the article are false.
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1905-12-23
William Nelson Cromwell sends President Roosevelt a telegram that he just received from Panamanian President Manuel Amador Guerrero, which he says “somewhat expresses the joy and confidence on the isthmus over your recent action.” Cromwell has also sent copies of the telegram to Secretary of State John Hay and Secretary of War William H. Taft.
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1904-10-22
William Nelson Cromwell advises President Roosevelt and Attorney General Philander C. Knox that the civil tribunal of the Seine has dismissed the lawsuits brought by Colombia and Lucien N. B. Wyse to prohibit the new Panama Canal Company from being transferred to the United States.
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1904-03-31
William Nelson Cromwell issues a press release attempting to quell rumors surrounding payments made by the United States government for the Panama Canal. Cromwell states that he has previously made a full report on how the money was paid and vehemently denies that there was any corrupt American syndicate that bought Panama Canal securities at a low price to sell back at a profit.
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1908-12-09
William Nelson Cromwell reports that the stockholders have voted “fullest ratification” and the documents have been exchanged as he promised. He extends his congratulations to President Roosevelt.
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1904-04-23
William Nelson Cromwell discusses the status of suits brought by Colombia and by French engineer Lucien N. B. Wyse for an injunction against transfer of the Panama Canal to the United States, and expresses confidence that suits will be dismissed.
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1904-03-27
William Nelson Cromwell discusses the status of suits brought by Colombia and by French engineer Lucien N. B. Wyse for an injunction against transfer of the Panama Canal to the United States, and expresses confidence that suits will be dismissed.
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1904-03-27
William Nelson Cromwell informs President Roosevelt about the developments from his clients regarding the Panama Canal. Cromwell is sailing for Paris on the SS New York to arrange the formal transfer of property for the Canal. He also informs Roosevelt that he has arranged everything for the reception of the Isthmian Canal Commission in Panama.
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1904-03-12
William Nelson Cromwell writes to President Roosevelt concerning Panama. He is going to Paris to “push forward the transfer.”
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1904-03-07
William Nelson Cromwell reports to President Roosevelt on Rafael Reyes’ victory in Colombia’s presidential election.
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1904-02-25
A series of events has brought the Panama Canal within reach and William Nelson Cromwell believes there are only two things that halt the canal; failing to hold the Panama purchase and failure to hold Colombia to its obligations. It is clear that Colombia has been acting in bad faith thus justifying any “consequent action” by the United States. Cromwell is confident that President Roosevelt can handle the situation.
Library of Congress Manuscript Division
1903-10-14